Dr. Joanna Bronson

Veterinarian, Owner

Dr. Bronson (pictured to the left with her dog Rusty) attended Michigan State University College of Veterinary
Medicine, class of 2000, where she graduated at the top of her class and awarded
the J.P. Hutton-W.F. Riley Equine Award for outstanding abilities demonstrated
in equine surgery and medicine.Following
graduation, she performed an equine internship at the Equine Specialty Hospital
in the Cleveland, Ohio area.She
established Bronson Veterinary Services in 2005 as an equine ambulatory
practice only, as a need to spend more time with her young, growing family.Gradually the practice grew into a busy small
animal and equine haul-in facility.Dr.
Bronson enjoys all aspects of veterinary medicine, and her career takes her
from equine reproduction and lameness evaluation/treatment to small animal
diagnostics and orthopedic surgeries on a daily basis.She has also been trained at the Chi
Institute in Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine to offer acupuncture as an
adjunct to Western Veterinary Medicine.In Dr. Bronson's free time, she enjoys prepping horses and cattle with
her children to show, sports, and horseback riding.Dr. Bronson and her staff gladly welcome all
new clients and patients to our clinic.

Years in Practice:

Jan 01, 2000

Education:

Michigan State University Graduate

Interests:

Veterinary Medicine, Alternative Therapies, Running

Kala

Lead Receptionist

Kala is our lead receptionist, an outstanding employee of 5
years and has been in the veterinary field for 10 years now.Kala is a Coldwater High School Graduate,
following high school she attended Equissage and earned a Certificate in Equine
Sports Massage Therapy and stepped right into the veterinary field. Kala
and her husband Jake live on a 20 acre farm with their 2 dogs Dozer a 5 year
old Chocolate lab and Tuff an 11 year old Black lab, and an Appaloosa named Bo
she enjoys riding, she also enjoys Pinterest and Sunday breakfast. Kala was a
member of the Branch Area Career Center FFA Chapter and a 10 year 4-H Club
member and exhibited her horses at the Branch County 4-H Fair.

Years in Practice:

Jan 01, 2010

Education:

KCC, Equissage

Interests:

Horses and Family

Tara

Licensed Veterinarian Technician

Tara is a Licensed Vet Tech graduating from The International Business College in 2010. She is pictured to the left with her two labs "Cole" and "Zeke." Tara enjoys spending time with her husband, step daughter, and is celebrating the birth of daughter "Aubree". She is previously a Quincy High School graduate and has been employed with us since 2006. Tara is a Branch County 4-H and Branch Area Careers Center FFA Alumni with 12 years of show experience in beef, dairy, pigs and sheep. She was awarded the 2005 Livestock Sweepstakes Small Animal Award at the Branch County Fair. Tara enjoys playing volleyball and helping the next generation of youth prepare their livestock for show.

Years in Practice:

Jan 01, 2006

Education:

International Business College

Interests:

Livestock and Family

Holly Knepper

Holly is the newest member of our team, with more than
8 years as a technician. She is more than ready to answer your pet care
questions. She is a 2001 Fremont High School graduate. She attended the International
Business College and Vet Tech Institute in Fort Wayne, Indiana and obtained her
associates degree in Veterinary Technology. Holly loves spending time with
“Honey” her sweet rescued dog. She loves
to spend time with family and friends. She has 2 sisters, 2 nieces and 2
nephews that are well loved by their aunt. You can usually find her on the lake
or around a campfire. She is an avid
singer and loves to karaoke! She has even tried out for American Idol and has
made it to State level two times in singing competitions for her local Moose
lodge.

Years in Practice:

Nov 03, 2017

Education:

International Business College

Interests:

Family

Shae

Licensed Veterinarian Technician

Shae is one of our Licensed Vet Techs and holds the title of Head Technician. She is pictured to the left with her American Bull Dog "Cosmo." Shae graduated from Michigan State University in 2008 and has been a team member of Bronson Veterinary Services since 2006. While completing her education Shae did a highly reputable externship with Rood & Riddle Equine in Lexington, KY. She enjoys her many draft horses, during the holidays you can find her entertaining in local parades with them. Her family consists of her now 4 year old daughter "Taylor", a new addition "Vada", born in July and her husband of 7 years. Shae has an abundance of knowledge and experience with horses as well as dogs and cats.

Years in Practice:

Jan 01, 2006

Education:

Michigan State University

Interests:

Horses and Family

Megan

Veterinary Assistant

Megan graduated from Paw Paw High School in 2011. She attended Michigan State University and received a bachelors in animal science. Megan worked at a dairy farm during her externship, she participated in the study abroad program and went to South Africa for 6 weeks. Megan showed horses for over 20 years,she went from a walk trotter to being the Miss Michigan State Rodeo Queen from 2015-2016. Megan lives in Sturgis with her dog Kinzie, 1 cat named Moose, and her horse, Diamond. Megan is engaged to her boyfriend of 5 years, Dylan, they have planned a September wedding!

Years in Practice:

May 30, 2017

Education:

Michigan State University

Interests:

Horses!

Kirsten

Kennel Assistant

Another fine Bronson Jr/Sr High School student that spends her afternoons with us each week. Kirsten is a determined young lady who likes agriculture, animals and work! We are happy to announce her as our newest addition in a much needed role. With all the practice's new growth, we have a lot more to clean.

Years in Practice:

Mar 05, 2016

Education:

Bronson High School

Interests:

Animals

Isabel

Barn Manager

Isabel joined our team in September, she cares for all our equines! She is from the Colon area. She graduated from Colon High School in 2014 and studied Equine Science at the University of Findlay, and is currently studying massage therapy at the Institute for Massage Education, and hopes to transition into equine massage therapy and acupuncture. Isabel shares home 12 chickens - all named "Chicken", her 2 ducks, 3 dogs - Eeyore, Sadie, and JoJo, 4 cats - Bagheera, Gizmo, OG, and Curela, 2 horses - Psyche and Roo, and 3 RATS!! Isabel has been an equine enthusiast her entire life, she was active in sports and multiple clubs throughout high school.

Years in Practice:

Nov 21, 2016

Education:

Equine Science, Massage Therapy

Interests:

Horses, Equine Massage

Erika Rockwell

Barn Manager

Erika is a 2011 graduate of Coldwater High School. Erika went to Trine University and studied Criminal Justice then transferred to Kellogg Community College for Nursing. She resides with her boyfriend of 8 years, Tyler, her 2 horses Cowboy & Clue, and dog Nikita. Erika has been riding and showing horses ever since she could walk. She competed at the Branch County 4-H Fair for many years and now helps out with the Commancheros 4-H club which she was apart of growing up. In her spare time Erika enjoys going to the gym, hunting, showing her horses.

Years in Practice:

May 30, 2017

Education:

Trine University, KCC

Interests:

Hunting, Going to the Gym, Showing Horses

Rusty

Blood Donor

Rusty is a 5 year old yellow lab mix, that came to be a member of the Bronson Vet Family in December of 2010. He is also a resident of Dr. Bronson's household and spends his day enjoying the family farm here on Central Road with his sister Lola. Rusty has a unique job and we call him the "Clinic Hero," as he saves many dog's lives by donating his blood for blood transfusions to help critical care patients. Rusty has currently donated over 3 liters of blood!